Autor: Sarah Louise Arnold

Sarah Louise Arnold (1870-1955) was an accomplished American educator and author primarily recognized for her contributions to literacy education. Arnold embarked on a journey dedicated to the enhancement of teaching methods and practices, leaving an indelible mark in the realm of pedagogy with her landmark work, „Reading: How to Teach It” (1903). In this seminal book, Arnold poured her rich experience as an educator into a clear and systematic guide aimed at assisting teachers in the art of instructing reading. Her literary style is characterized by its clarity, practicality, and focus on the developmental stages of children”s literacy skills. Starkly ahead of her time, Arnold advocated for a child-centered approach, delving into phonics, storytelling, and word recognition as the pillars of effective reading instruction. Beyond her writing, Arnold served as the Dean of Simmons College in Boston and left a lasting legacy by shaping the educational policies and teacher training programs of her era. Her passion for education and her astute observations about learning contributed significantly to the progress in teaching literacy in the early twentieth century, and her work remains a valuable reference for educators striving to cultivate reading skills in young learners.